Diversity

non-black and Hispanic physicians their interactions cultures diversity and motivation theories and performance problem in different healthcare settings. The United States has become more diverse now than ever before and will even be more diverse in the years to come. You now have to work closely with others from different backgrounds; in the field of medicine, physicians will care for patients whose race, ethnicity, and language are often different from their own. As healthcare managers/leaders, knowing and identifying the needs of different cultures, and being sensitive to all needs is very important. The time is changing and embracing diversity is critical when it comes to healthcare.

Tasks:

In a minimum of 200 words, post your responses to the following to this Discussion Area:

• In the above scenario, do you believe that diversity will affect the interaction between patients and physicians? In what ways will diversity complicate the interaction between patients and physicians?
• Does the preponderance of non-black, non-Hispanic physicians in a country that is increasingly black and Hispanic attribute to the negative health outcomes that are seen in these populations?

Course Project

The relationship between the organization and its members can be greatly influenced by what motivates individuals to work. The style of leadership, job design, resources on the job, and environment can all have a significant effect on the satisfaction of employees and their performance. Performance is also influenced by individual motivations (e.g., social, recognition, financial reward, personal growth and development, and/or intrinsic satisfaction) and can equally impact the organization. There are many theories that attempt to explain the nature of motivation. Evaluate the relationship between motivation, job satisfaction, and work performance. Be sure to address the following:

• How does unclear expectations or requirements from your supervisor create motivational issues in the workplace?
• Use a content theory of motivation (e.g., Maslow, Alderfer, Herzberg, or McClelland) or a process theory (i.e., Adams, Locke, or Heider and Kelley) to explain how the issue creates a performance problem for the organization.
• Use the theory of motivation you selected to describe an intervention/action to change the motivation/behavior and correct the performance problem.